Collared Scops-Owl

Otus lettia

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Strigiformes · Strigidae

About

The collared scops owl is an owl which is a resident breeder in south Asia from northern Pakistan, northern India, Nepal, Bangladesh, the Himalayas east to southern China, and Taiwan. It is partially migratory, with some birds wintering in India, Sri Lanka and Malaysia. This species was formerly considered to be included within what is now separated as the Indian scops owl.

Fun Fact

The collared scops owl is a small (23–25 cm) owl, although it is the largest of the scops owls.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds mainly on insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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